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- PG-13
- 2002
- 2 hr 4 min
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5.8 (187,837)
XXX is a high-octane action thriller starring Vin Diesel as Xander Cage, a rebellious extreme sports athlete recruited by the National Security Agency to become a top secret agent. Directed by Rob Cohen, the movie takes place in a world of adrenaline junkies and thrill seekers where Xander fits right in. The movie starts off with a bang, as Xander is caught by the police after stealing a senator's car and driving it off a bridge. The NSA offers him a deal - be their eyes and ears, and they'll keep him out of jail. They send him on a mission to Prague to infiltrate a group of Russian anarchists who are planning to use a biological weapon to destroy the city.
Along the way, Xander meets Yelena (Asia Argento), who helps him navigate the treacherous landscape of Prague's underground. Their chemistry is electric, and their banter is filled with tension and mistrust. But as they work together to stop the terrorists, they begin to realize they have more in common than they thought.
The main villain of the movie is Yorgi (Marton Csokas), the leader of the anarchist group, who is a master at hiding his true intentions. He's suave, charming, and ruthless, and Csokas plays him with sinister glee. He's constantly one step ahead of Xander, teasing him with riddles and mind games.
The movie is packed with action sequences, from Xander skiing down a mountain while being chased by an avalanche, to a thrilling car chase through the streets of Prague, to a heart-stopping freefall from a plane. Xander is cocky and fearless, and Diesel embodies him with a rebellious swagger that's hard not to like.
But what sets XXX apart from other action movies is its focus on extreme sports. Xander is an expert in everything from skydiving to skateboarding to motocross, and his skills come in handy when he's trying to evade the bad guys. The stunts in the movie are jaw-dropping, and it's clear that the filmmakers were inspired by the X Games and other extreme sports events.
The movie also has a sense of humor that's often missing from action movies. Xander is constantly cracking jokes, and the supporting characters - including Samuel L. Jackson as Xander's handler and Michael Roof as Xander's tech expert - provide some comic relief. The movie never takes itself too seriously, and that's part of its charm.
Overall, XXX is a fun, fast-paced action movie that's perfect for fans of adrenaline-fueled stunts and high-speed chases. It's not the most realistic movie out there, but it's never boring, and it's hard not to get caught up in Xander's wild ride. If you're looking for a movie that's pure entertainment, XXX is definitely worth a watch.
XXX is a 2002 action movie with a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.8 and a MetaScore of 48.